1964 Holden EH vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden EH would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1964 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 865 kg more than 1964 Holden EH. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Holden EH | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | EH | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2928 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2968 mm |